Vocational Guidance in Ecuador's Non-University Education System: Students Perception

Authors

  • Elsy Rodríguez Revelo Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador image/svg+xml
  • Vallardo Villegas-Ricuater Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador image/svg+xml

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2025-2018

Keywords:

vocational guidance, Basic General Education, student perceptions, innovation, uncertainty, labor market, Ecuador, family

Abstract

Introduction: The study aims to characterise students' assessments of vocational guidance in two educational institutions in Ecuador, during the academic period 2024-2025. Methodology: A mixed and descriptive approach was used to analyse students' perceptions of aspects of vocational guidance in General Basic Education in two Ecuadorian provinces. Results: Students positively valued aspects such as information about careers and the availability of vocational guidance materials. They also highlighted the influence of parents and tutors as an important factor in their vocational decisions. Conclusions: Vocational guidance is considered relevant and positive by students, and family involvement plays a crucial role in the vocational decision-making process.

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Published

2025-03-26

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Rodríguez Revelo, E., & Villegas-Ricuater, V. (2025). Vocational Guidance in Ecuador’s Non-University Education System: Students Perception . European Public & Social Innovation Review, 10, 1–10. https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2025-2018

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Vol. 10 (2025)

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MISCELLANEOUS

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